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Animal Shelter Support: New Grants for Care and Maintenance

This act establishes a grant program for animal shelters to improve animal care conditions. Citizens can expect better veterinary care, feeding, and shelter for animals in need, potentially reducing the number of homeless animals and improving their welfare in local communities.
Key points
New grants for shelters: Funds for feeding, sheltering, veterinary care, and recreational activities for animals.
Staff support: Funding for hiring, training, and retaining shelter staff.
Increased transparency: Shelters must report on how they use funds and the number and outcome of animals taken in.
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Additional Information
Supporting Our Shelters Act
Print number: HR 5897
Sponsor: Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Animal Shelter Support: New Grants for Care and Maintenance

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5897.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New grants for shelters: Funds for feeding, sheltering, veterinary care, and recreational activities for animals.
  • Staff support: Funding for hiring, training, and retaining shelter staff.
  • Increased transparency: Shelters must report on how they use funds and the number and outcome of animals taken in.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5897

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